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Economist Germán Dubón says a diesel subsidy could help stabilize transport and distribution costs for basic goods, though he warns the measure will cost the state roughly 77 billion lempiras (about $3.1 billion), equivalent to 30–40% of the Health Ministry budget.

The government will temporarily waive the ACPV tax on diesel—12 lempiras per gallon—from October 5 to November 4, absorbing the cost to shield transport and consumers from rising international fuel prices.

Diesel fuel prices in Honduras surged 77% from January to September 2026, rising from L81.27 to L149.20 per gallon and surpassing 2022 highs, straining transport operators and household budgets across the country.

Fuel prices have driven up operating costs for Honduran companies by 15%, particularly in transport and distribution, while higher prices for goods and services are eroding household purchasing power and forcing businesses to seek cost-cutting alternatives.

Gasoline and diesel have fallen for seven consecutive weeks in Honduras, but the basic food basket and public transportation costs continue climbing, with analysts noting that oil-price increases pass through quickly while decreases do not.